Arthur saw the expressions on everyone's faces and remembered another painful memory of how others had repaid his kindness with hatred. In Shades City, he had fought against Traitor and destroyed half of the city in their battle. At that time, the residents were not grateful that a calamity's underlying had been defeated. Instead, they were furious about having to pay the price for their safety. The reason was simple: they had not witnessed what would have happened if Arthur had not intervened.
"This is the reality, Dorian," muttered Arthur with a clouded expression, his voice devoid of emotion. "Your kindness may not always be met with gratitude. Sometimes, people will keep demanding things from you."
In response, Dorian remained silent. Instead, he scanned the faces of the crowd as if committing them to memory. His tall stature and unwavering gaze gave him the appearance of an ideal leader.
